Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I can still picture Michael, as a little 4 year old boy, running from his house to ours, his *WILD* hair bobbing up and down. He'd always call out "WHERE ARE THE 'GOILS'(meaning my sisters and myself...)? when he opened the door to our house. Those memories, as well as many others from our childhood sustain us now and bring a smile to our faces.

Of course we will always miss Michael ... but we are so glad we had the privilege of knowing that little guy who we grew up with, to the one who became a fine young adult.

Happy Birthday, Mikey :)

Sherri Kauffman-Schreckengost
Family Friend

April 2, 2005

Mike,

I can hear everyone laughing as you River Dance your way through Heaven. Keep 'em smiling. I miss you, dude.

Chris
Family Member

April 1, 2005

A hero in every sense. Thank you for your service. Godspeed Officer Wise, you will not be forgotten.

SPD retired

March 23, 2005

You're missed, Mike. Thanks.

Tom K.
Friend

March 21, 2005

Denise, I am so glad I found this page. What we have been through is unmentionable, but reading this has helped me to get to know Mike, and it is wonderful that Kendall will have this to reflect upon when she is older and wants to know what her father was like.What a wonderful thing this is. Love and prayers, Kim

Kim Burgert
Bradford county

February 25, 2005

Mike, Not a day goes by that I don't wish I could talk to you about the job, hockey, our kids, or life in general. Nothing is the same without you around to inject your unique brand of humor. Thanks for all the good times. (I'll bring pizza.)

Ptlm. William Reigle, II
S. Londonderry Twp. PD

January 15, 2005

Rest in peace Officer Wise. Your services to our community will always be remembered.

Philip Salamone EMT
Kutztown Ambulance, Kutztown PA

December 26, 2004

Warrior . . .

Jim Crotty, Special Agent (Ret.) ATF
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms

November 6, 2004

Mike,
When we started the academy two years ago we were told that one of us would not make it through a career because of a line of duty injury. As naive as we were, we scoffed at that and thought, "not us", or "that won't happen for a long time if ever". Well it did. I was working in Sinking Spring that night and was frantically calling Matt to see what was going on after they made the announcement. As a Cop you do not want to see a fellow brother or sister killed. You especially do not want to see a friend killed. Mike you were an amazing guy. You were intelligent, caring, resourceful and you cannot forget the one-liners, "wig". Rest in peace Brother and I know that everyday you are looking down upon us, Police Officers everywhere, Class 2002-01 our class and your brother and sister officers in the Reading Police Department keeping us all safe. May your memory live forever.

Patrolman John R. Sheperak #108
Central Berks Regional PD

September 17, 2004

Mike,
When we started the academy two years ago we were told that one of us would not make it through a career because of a line of duty injury. As naive as we were, we scoffed at that and thought, "not us", or "that won't happen for a long time if ever". Well it did. I was working in Sinking Spring that night and was frantically calling Matt to see what was going on after they made the announcement. As a Cop you do not want to see a fellow brother or sister killed. You especially do not want to see a friend killed. Mike you were an amazing guy. You were intelligent, caring, resourceful and you cannot forget the one-liners, "wig". Rest in peace Brother and I know that everyday you are looking down upon us, Police Officers everywhere, Class 2002-01 our class and your brother and sister officers in the Reading Police Department keeping us all safe. May your memory live forever.

Patrolman John R. Sheperak #108
Central Berks Regional PD

September 17, 2004

To the family of PO Michael Wise...

You are in our thoughts and prayers daily...

I am sending this message from Sterling Heights MI., where we lost our friend AND BROTHER, PO Mark Sawyers on the same day.

Thank you for your prayers. Please know that we too are praying for Michael's family and his department.

Time does not heal all wounds. It does however provide undefined strength and courage.

Our Brothers are together...watching over from above, wanting us to smile and carry on...

August 7, 2004

Michael,
Your bravery and heroism will never be forgotten.

May God bless your family and help in times of trouble.

Fellow Officer

August 5, 2004

I want to Thank all of the officers for the outpouring of support that was given to our family. The brotherhood that all police officers share is truly something special.
Not a day goes by that I do not feel the pain of losing my one and only brother. He was/and still is my idol and I always looked up to him. I think about him everyday and tell him to be a guardian angel to all of you trying to keep the streets safe. Please know that I pray everyday for all officers, Medics, EMT's and Firemen. There is something special in all of you.
Once again Thank each and everyone of you who has reflected on this page for my brother.
Be Safe!
Thank you
Julie Wise-Gallagher

Julie Wise-Gallagher
Sister of Michael H. Wise II

August 4, 2004

I first met Mike when I interviewed at FASP for my first job as an EMT. I remember him telling me that he saw something special in me and wanted to give me a shot at proving him right. Well he was a great medic, supervisor and overall great guy. It was an honor and pleasure to work with him. I man of his caliber is rare. He showed himself to be honest, fair, kind, and compassionate, to the public he served, to the people he worked with and the people he called friend. I was honored to have worked with him and known him and will allway be greatful to him for giving me that shot to serve the public. I hope and pray that I can continue to honor him and his memory in the job I do. Denise and Kendall, you will be in my prayers always.

Sal Gambino, EMT

Sal Gambino, EMT
First Aid and Safety Patrol

August 3, 2004

To the family and fellow officers,our condolences for your great loss, the is no words to describe what we feel at a time like this. I did not know Mike but having grown up in Reading, adds to the sadness I feel. God bless.
Frank Fernandez
Miami PD
SWAT

Officer Frank Fernandez
Miami Police Department, SWAT

July 29, 2004

Michael, I never got to work with you since I left Reading PD in "97 but, I know the love you had for working the streets of Reading. I know that you have no regrets for the line of work you chose and that you would want your family and friends to know that too. Rest in Peace my brother.
Denise, I too was shot in the line of duty and in that moment that the bad guys gun went off until I hit the pavement I was at complete peace with everything. I "knew" all that I was concerned with would be alright. I tell you this because I want you to know that Michael truly is at peace and I hope that this will help you heal. We will never forget your sacrifice and loss.

Detectective Kyle Olinger 9423
Montgomery Co. MD

July 27, 2004

Officer Wise you are a man of of great honor and dignity. You paid the ultimate sacriface for what? To help serve and protect the community of Reading, often complete strangers. You are a hero, a man of courage and most of all a Police Officer that will not be forgotton. I ask of you one favor now and that is that you watch and protect all the other brothers in blue as we serve and protect our beats. I pray that the dear Lord will bless and protect your family. I lived in that area from 97-99 and appericate the wonderful service provided from officers like yourself. You will be code 4 forever now... See ya soon bro

Motor Officer J.Whatcott
South Jordan City Utah

July 20, 2004

Dear Denise and your little daughter,
I have kept you in my prayers since that horrible and tragic day. My sister, and all of our family, grieve the loss of her husband, Lt. John Finn, who also lost his life in the line of duty on 2/12/03. He left behind two young daughters, ages 21 months and 8 years.
One can only imagine the pain and loneliness that you endure, but know that there are many who love you and will help you carry on through these most difficult days.
Your husband is a hero, a legacy - he gave the ultimate sacrifice. He will live on through your precious daughter. She will give you the strength to persevere.

Michelle Scannell
Langhorne, PA

July 6, 2004

My deepest condolences to the family of Officer Wise. He gave the greatest thing that anyone could give, his life to protect others, Rest easy brother, the rest of your brothers will take the shift, take the patrol at the gate.

SSG RONNIE L. BURRELL SR. (RETIRED)
U.S. ARMY MILITARY POLICE

July 5, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this terrible tragedy. Know that others have shared your pain, and you are not alone. One day, you shall all be reunited one fine day. Know that he is in a place surrounded by the finest law enforcement has to offer ... all of our beloved fallen heroes. May God bring peace to you and help you see this through.
Buncombe County S.O.
Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt
E.O.W. April 4,2004

Jennifer Mackey
Buncombe County SO NC

July 4, 2004

God bless you Michael and your family

Joseph Bruneo

June 28, 2004

To the family of Officer Micheal Wise,

We feel your pain, your anger, and your disbelief in your loss. We know the nightmare you are going through. We lost our beloved son-in-law, Mark Sawyers, of the Sterling Hts, MI PD, on the same day in the line of duty.

Even though the journey will be long and hard, it is our prayer for your family that you will somehow find peace. Our 'boys' are now patrolling the streets of heaven together, while watching over us and all their fellow officers.

mother-in-law to Ofc Mark Sawyers E.O.W

June 26, 2004

Fallen Police Officers is why the sky is blue.

The sky is alittle bit brighter now, with it's acceptance of you.

May God wrap his loving arms around Mike, and bless his wife and daughter. Condolences and sympathy to Mike's family and the brothers and sisters of Reading P.D.

Corporal Wayne Smith
Palmer Township Police Department

June 22, 2004

A Great Man

It didn’t take long after meeting Officer Michael H. Wise II, to know what he stood for and who he was. Mike was a respectable, honorable, kindhearted person and had strong work ethics. He was always ready and willing to help out a fellow officer. No task was too insignificant or too large for Mike. He always gave his best and was thirsty to learn all relating to his profession. Mike was always smiling and often laughing. He was known to some of us in the Vice/COBRA office as “The Amish Guy.”

Michael Wise was a friend to everyone. Sadly, we lost a great man while he was protecting his fellow officers and the citizens of the City of Reading.

Jesus said, “Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13)

My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes to Mike’s wife, Denise, the Wise family and his friends. I pray God will grant you all strength in this time of great loss. Until we met in Heaven, I’ll never forget Michael Wise.

Nelson Ortiz
Fellow Vice/Cobra Officer
Reading Police Department

Criminal Investigator Nelson Ortiz
Reading Police Department Vice Division

June 19, 2004

To the Wise Family,
Though I did not know Michael, he is a fellow brother. No amount of words can fully begin to describe the pain and sorrow that we all feel. My thoughts and prayers are with he and his family. Godspeed and Farewell

PO1 Michael Chindblom #2124
Montgomery County MD. PD

June 18, 2004